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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1955
Page
1
Reported disaster near Takamatsu details two large ferries colliding in thick fog off Japan. Shin Maru and other vessels sank within minutes. 1,600 feared dead or missing, 600 saved with 51 injured. American Army mercy units evacuated injured and rescued survivors.
The NATO council called for a cease fire in the Formosa Strait and a pledge to refrain from force. It endorsed Western Big Three plans for top level talks with Soviet Premier Bulganin and urged renewed negotiations toward German unity. Pearson indicated most members favor a China settlement linked to collective security, while the UN disarmament subcommittee pushed for deep cuts in conventional arms under international supervision.
Notice states May distribution will require three or more family members for milk and shortening aid. cheese and butter issued per pound per member. Stamps available at Municipal Building Sunday from 10 to 1 and 2 to 4. Requires written authorization for pick up by a proxy. Also reports tragic death of Kathryn Semple who was struck by a neighbor’s car near her home.
A burglar broke a north side window at Tuffy's Kendall Station on North Center Street and stole 95 dollars hidden inside. Police, led by Chief Hurley Drake, searched the scene but found no clear clues including the broken window. The theft marks the largest amount reported in this city so far this year.
The Air Force denied Peiping claims of Chinese MIGs shooting down Sabres over the Yellow Sea during a dog fight with eight American Sabres. Spokesmen said no Sabres were shot down or seriously damaged and all returned safely to their South Korean base. Peiping accused the mission of provocation along the Yalu River area.
A Western District jury awarded Mrs Mary Catherine Sammel and her husband Edward Sammel $75 000 after Sammel fell down a hotel elevator shaft in March 1952. Mrs Sammel received $80,000 and her husband $15,000. defendants included The Pittsburgher Hotel Elevator Co Zurich General Accident and Mobility Transport Co.
Red Cross blood mobile visit attracted weak response with 107 people scheduled, 19 donated, 13 rejected, and 77 contacted by other means. planners blamed misunderstandings and limited civic organization support for the poor turnout.
Multiple-car crash blocks East Smith Street and First Avenue involving Cochran, Berinker, and Wallace. Left front fenders and a bumper sustain damage. estimated vehicle damage around $10. Police report shows Berinker attempting to pass Cochran as the turn began. other motorists include Clarence Wallan and Patti Meyers Baker. Also notes Rabbi Rudolph Coffee dies in San Francisco after long service.
U S and Western allies press for Bulganin invitation to a summer Big Four summit. Dulles and British and French foreign ministers plan talks in Vienna to push a Paris peace effort, while Moscow signals possible openness to a broad settlement on Berlin and disarmament.
Senator Mia Giret Chase Smith believes President Eisenhower may prefer to retire after 1956. Speaking to about 1,500 GOP workers at the Republican Women’s National Conference, she cautioned Republicans not to rely on the President’s personal popularity as a gauge of party strength and said her impression is that he prefers to retire after 1956.
Pittsburgh industry booms as steelworkers meet to set wage talks and near 1964 wage hikes. Reports note two-year contracts, hourly rates, and potential price impacts on steel goods. Industry observers anticipate talks with major automakers Ford and GM, aiming for a broad wage agreement that could affect prices.
The Corry area FFA held its first annual banquet with about 10 attendees. Speakers included Bernard Blore of Wailsbirs and Dh BB Decker of Idinborn. New officers installed were Sohord Mueisse president and Lid'ry Magher vice president, with the Delaware Miriols Agricultural Association in attendance. Former prison head Gen Francis D Haiderson, 74, died in Orlando.
President Eisenhower signaled openness to a summit with British and Soviet leaders, saying no definite plan yet and urging a neutral country for talks. He noted a parley could clarify international tensions and test Soviet authority, while avoiding commitment to where or when a meeting would occur. A separate river body discovery reported in Woburgh added to a tense day.
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AP briefs report boxing suspended in Pennsylvania as the state athletic commission schedules a full inquiry with witnesses. In Harrisburg, appropriations focus on salaries for the Department of Public Instruction amid a proposed 800 million budget and tax plan. Boston notes Ted Williams and Carl Cronin discuss roster moves while a Pittsburgh governor administration claim mentions a Warwick alternative to a proposed forty one million dollar plan.
A Cappella Choir presents an evening program at the Corry Aria High School auditorium tomorrow night at 8 30 pm. The choir directed by Lynch Rice, with the Corriners instrumental group led by Jack Dalstinger, and coloratura duet ensembles, will perform to raise funds for a trip to Toronto Canada’s Turvix Collusiete Institute. Proceeds finance the trip.
A fragmented program listing shows Victor Herbert tunes and novelty numbers to be performed tomorrow night. The bill includes choral items and solo violin pieces with named performers such as Minott and A Cappelia Choir, plus references to The Lord's Prayer and The King of Love My Shepherd Is. Continued on Page Three.
The Soviet Union released a two part world peace proposal via Tass calling for immediate evacuation of most foreign troops from East and West Germany and a NATO style unaligned alliance under a single commander. It urged UN action and noted limits on nuclear and conventional armaments while proposing broad disarmament steps and verification.
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